About Google Authenticator
Google Authenticator generates 2-Step Verification codes on your phone.
2-Step Verification provides stronger security for your Google Account by requiring a second step of verification when you sign in. In addition to your password, you’ll also need a code generated by the Google Authenticator app on your phone.
Learn more about 2-Step Verification: https://g.co/2step
Features:
* Generate verification codes without a data connection
* Google Authenticator works with many providers & accounts
* Support for Android Wear
* Dark theme available
* Automatic setup via QR code
Permission notice:
Camera: Needed to add accounts using QR codes
Google Authenticator details
Google Authenticator is a free Tools app for Android with 100,000,000+ installs on Google Play and a 3.9/5 average rating from 681,642 ratings. It was released on March 21, 2012 and last updated on July 21, 2026.
- Category
- Tools
- Rating
- 3.9 / 5 (681,642 ratings)
- Installs
- 100,000,000+
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- No
- Ads
- No ads
- Requires Android
- Varies with device
- Content rating
- Everyone
- Released
- March 21, 2012
- Last updated
- July 21, 2026
What’s new in Google Authenticator
* Cloud syncing: Your Authenticator codes can now be synced to your Google Account and across your devices, so you can always access them even if you lose your phone. * Privacy Screen: Access to Authenticator can now be protected by your screen lock, PIN or biometric. * Improved UX and visuals: We've made the app easier to use and more visually appealing.
Updated July 21, 2026
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| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Authenticator | 3.9 / 5 | Free | 100,000,000+ | Jul 21, 2026 |
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| Google Chat | 3.9 / 5 | Free | 1,000,000+ | – |
| Google Home | 4.3 / 5 | Free | 100,000,000+ | – |
| YouTube Kids | 4.4 / 5 | Free | 100,000,000+ | – |
| Google Pay: Save and Pay | 4.0 / 5 | Free | 100,000,000+ | – |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does Google Authenticator do?
Why do I need 2-Step Verification?
Can Google Authenticator work without an internet connection?
Does Google Authenticator work with all providers and accounts?
Is Google Authenticator available for Android Wear?
Is there a dark theme available for Google Authenticator?
Why does Google Authenticator need permission to access the camera?
